BOMBARDIER 1999 Traxter Operator's Manual page 69

SYMPTOM: Engine backfire
Possible causes
1. Faulty spark plugs (carbon
accumulation).
2. Engine is running too hot.
3. Ignition timing is incorrect or
there is an ignition system failure.
4. Improper carburetor setting.
SYMPTOM: Engine misfire
Possible causes
1. Fouled/damaged/worn spark
plugs.
2. Water in fuel.
SYMPTOM: Vehicle cannot reach full speed
Possible causes
1. Engine.
2. Parking device.
SYMPTOM: Engine indicator light irregularly flashes at idle speed
Possible causes
1. Engine idle is set too low.
SYMPTOM: Transmission does not shift smoothly
Possible causes
1. Engine/transmission oil level is
low.
2. Transmission shifting system.
3. Improper oil type.
4. Transmission.
SYMPTOM: Transmission lever is hard to move
Possible causes
1. Transmission gears are in a
position that prevents the
transmission lever to work.
SYMPTOM: Transmission lever is hard to move away from the park
Possible causes
1. Park does not disengage.
What to do
See Engine turns over but fails to start.
See Engine lacks acceleration or power.
Contact an authorized Bombardier ATV dealer.
Contact an authorized Bombardier ATV dealer.
What to do
Clean/verify spark plugs and heat range. Replace as
required.
Drain fuel system and refill with fresh fuel.
What to do
See Engine lacks acceleration or power.
Ensure brake lever lock is completely removed.
What to do
Contact an authorized Bombardier ATV dealer.
What to do
Refill engine with recommended oil at the proper
level.
Try depressing the throttle lever more while shifting.
Drain oil in engine and use recommended oil only.
See an authorized Bombardier ATV dealer.
What to do
Rock the vehicle back and forth to move the gears in
the transmission and allow the transmission lever to
be set.
What to do
See Park Release in SPECIAL PROCEDURES.
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